Podcasts

There's nothing we like more here at MotorWeek than talking about cars. But we can't really squeeze everything we want to say into a 30-minute weekly show. That's why the conversation continues on MotorWeek's podcasts. It gives us a chance to share our candid, and sometimes comical, thoughts about the cars we test drive, as well as our auto shows adventure and the most recent new vehicle launches we've attended. We hope you enjoy listening!

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Latest Podcasts

In Podcast 121, J-D and company are talking cars, of course. First, they’ll cover the recent Performance Coupe Challenge with the folks at Cars.com. Then some notes on the new duo from Scion: the iA sedan and iM hatchback. And a brief exploration of Honda’s decision to discontinue the Civic Hybrid and CNG models. The lightning round focuses on Hyundai’s potential entrance into the pickup truck segment. Then a viewer question on turbochargers. Panelists include Producer/Writer Brian Robinson, Road Test Producer Ben Davis, and Writer Patrick Lucas.

In Podcast 120, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew talk about the long awaited 2016 Mazda MX-5. They’ll also cover the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander, and the 2015 BMW 2 Series Convertible. The lightning round focuses on mergers within the auto industry. Then a viewer question on air conditioning. Panelists include Producer/Writer Brian Robinson, Over The Edge Reporter Zach Maskell, and Writer Patrick Lucas.

In Podcast 119, John Davis and company will talk about some seat time in the 2015 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS, the 2016 Volvo XC90, and the 2016 Nissan Maxima. The lightning round focuses on the rollout of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Then a viewer question on fuel additives. Panelists include Producer/Writer Brian Robinson, Over The Edge Reporter Zach Maskell, and Writer Patrick Lucas.

In Podcast 118, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew will cover the 2016 Honda Pilot and 2016 Fiat 500X. Then give a few comments on the latest Long Term vehicle to roll in: the 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf. The lightning round focuses on small, turbocharged engines. Then a viewer question on center consoles. Panelists include Producer/Writer Brian Robinson, Road Test Producers Ben Davis and Greg Carloss, and Writer Patrick Lucas.

In Podcast 117, John Davis and the MotorWeek dudes get extreme with the Porsche 918 Spyder. Then stay on the throttle in the 2015 Audi R8. Brian Robinson recaps the recent Compact SUV Challenge, held with Cars.com and USA Today. The lightning round focuses on hydrogen fuel cell powered vehicles. Then a viewer question on suspension issues. Panelists include Producer/Writer Brian Robinson, Road Test Producers Ben Davis and Greg Carloss, and Writer Patrick Lucas.

In Podcast 115, John Davis and company will talk with special guest Pat Goss. Then everyone will chime in on headlines coming from the 2015 New York International Auto Show. The lightning round focuses on a little beef between Bentley and Lincoln. Then a viewer question on electronic parking brakes. Panelists include Producer/Writer Brian Robinson, Road Test Producers Ben Davis and Greg Carloss, Writer Patrick Lucas, and special guest Pat Goss.

In Podcast 114, John Davis and the MotorWeek dudes are talking performance. They’ll cover the 2015 Lexus RC F and the 2015 Lamborghini Huracan, fresh off of some track time at Roebling Road Raceway. Then it’s the 2015 MINI Cooper S Hardtop Four Door at MotorWeek’s central office. And some QuickSpins in the 2015 BMW 2 Series Convertible, and 2016 Bentley Mulsanne Speed. The lightning round focuses on automotive brand recognition. Then a viewer question on vehicle sizes. Panelists include Producer/Writer Brian Robinson, Road Test Producer Greg Carloss, and Over the Edge Reporter Zach Maskell.

In Podcast 113, John Davis and the MotorWeek motor heads cover more cars from their winter trip to Roebling Road Raceway, in Savannah, GA. This time, it’s the 2015 Cadillac ATS Coupe, and the 2015 Nissan GT-R. Then Over the Edge Reporter Zach Maskell talks about his recent trip to Iceland with the Land Rover Discovery Sport. The lightning round focuses on some shady dealer practices. Then a viewer question on touchscreens. Panelists include Producer/Writer Brian Robinson, Road Test Producer Greg Carloss, and Over the Edge Reporter Zach Maskell.

In Podcast 112, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew relive some recent track days at Roebling Road Raceway, in Savannah, GA. They’ll give behind-the-wheel details on the 2015 Dodge Charger and Challenger Hellcats, and the 2015 Ford Mustang GT. Then they’ll talk about some recent cars at the office: the 2015 Toyota Camry and the 2015 Volkswagen Golf R. The lightning round focuses on cars and smartphone integration. Then a viewer question on transmission leaks. Panelists include Producer/Writer Brian Robinson, Road Test Producer Greg Carloss, and Writer Patrick Lucas.